Our Little Secret

We have all seen those warnings on boutique and manufacturer websites about how online shopping is somehow unacceptable and dangerous. They will tell you stories about horrific cheap knock-offs made in incorrect sizes and wrong colors. We can't blame them for trying to protect their businesses, but Dress Code Formal considers you a friend and we would like to let you in on a little secret. We hope after your first experience with DCF, you'll feel confident and empowered to make your own choice. And we'll save you some money along the way!

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The truth is that the increasing popularity of the internet and online commerce has opened up many windows. Whether you are looking for wedding gowns, special occasion dresses, plus size prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses or evening gowns, it has become easier to compare prices and research styles across the country than settling for your local boutique's taste and stock budget. However, with freedom also comes responsibility and you should do your shopping with online vendors you trust.

Before we had the internet, small stores across the country were the only way young women could learn about the newest trends and find evening gowns, bridesmaid dresses, wedding gowns and other special occasion dresses for their affairs. Manufacturers would travel to these stores showing their lines and convincing each store that their wedding gown, bridesmaid dress or evening dress designs were the most suited for the store's customers.

Now, for the first time, we welcome you to our virtual boutique; your one-stop shop for the hottest trends and best value in bridesmaid dresses, evening gowns and formal wear. Please register to learn about discount dresses, newest arrivals, contests, fashion advice, cool how-to's, blog and news updates. Stay tuned this year because we have a lot of fun ideas in the works!

Please see our easy to use size chart and sizing guide. Try to choose the size that is closest to your measurements, and remember, it is always easier to make something smaller than it is to make it larger. However, all of our gowns are sewn with 1/2" seam allowance, so if you do eat slightly more than anticipated at a holiday dinner, you have a little room to play with. See our quality guarantee for more information. We design and manufacture our bridesmaid dresses and evening gowns ourselves, so we understand our product and have complete control over it. This is an advantage to boutiques which carry various labels.

DCF has removed all variables for you, creating a shopping experience that is reliable, predictable, recession-friendly, and easy! We design, and you can find, bridesmaid dresses, evening gowns, special occasion dresses, formal gowns, graduation gowns, white dresses, short dresses, destination wedding gowns, informal wedding gowns, prom accessories, bridesmaid accessories, men's matching formal vests, men's matching ties and bowties, cummerbunds, pocket squares, women's hair accessories and shoe clips. We get inspiration from best selling styles, couture gowns, designer gowns, celebrity dresses and the latest trends from around the world. Then we manufacture our bridesmaid dresses and evening gowns based on one sizing standard, consistent top-of-the-line designer quality standards and control, and we will always ship on time for your special day!

We have complete control of our product from the moment it is designed to the day it arrives on your doorstep.

Do not forget - You are just as capable, with our easy to use sizing guide and a $1.00 measuring tape (or a string and a ruler), to determine what size is closest to your body measurements and to place your order yourself.

We have been in the bridal industry for 20 years, and it pains us to see girls throwing away money for no reason. With Dress Code Formal, you determine your size, color and place your order and within weeks* you have your dream dress, exquisite quality and embellishments, no headache, and more than half of your money still in your pocket! That's what we call smart.

*some styles available for immediate delivery